Poi: A Spin on Health

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1. Please provide a brief summary of your video and research.

The art of poi has been practiced by the Maori of New Zealand for hundreds of years, but there has never been any scientific research on its potential health benefits. A new research study put 80 older adults to the test, measuring their physical and cognitive function before and after learning International Poi, a style of poi practiced worldwide. After one month of lessons, participants improved their balance, grip strength, memory, and attention. These results cover some of the hallmarks of frailty, making poi a promising tool for improving quality of life in old age. It’s time to put a new spin on ageing, and for the world to follow new Zealand back to the practice of poi and forward to a healthier future.

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I'm so glad for your research! Often I've wondered the cognitive health benefits. As a neuroscientist enthusiast, I'm very much looking forward to your opening the door for further research on the topic.

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Love this. The flow community could benefit greatly from some research on its positive affects. I'm a polyprop person myself. Anything I can do to help the community. I'm gonna spam this on all the flow sites I'm part of. I hope you get this

I just started using poo, I'm at beginners stage but love using them. It helps with my carpal tunnel and joints. I just turned 43 and have mild arthritis. I am glad this research is being done. Good luck and keep spreading the word. Happy Poi

Noeline, Barbara, Patrick (and probably everyone else!), I think this competition is not actually about research, but rather whose friends are able to best understand how to cast a vote!!! Thanks for persevering!

Kate, the Poi and Tai Chi opened my eyes to the need to get moving if I was going to be around in 2030. With two artificial hip implants balance and flexibility is key. I cannot afford to make those old-timer mistakes. Mine have been made already. Poi showed the need and the solution on that front and Tai Chi revolutionised my thinking on what 'good exercise' really is. You are so onto it. May you succeed. You won't ever let the awardees down, I can testify.

Kevin it's all good, I see your name in the list! Sorry it's so confusing! Also thank you for your vote and your words of encouragement, and I'm so glad you found something positive in both poi and Tai Chi.

Thank you very much Kate for a most professionally run programme from which I gained much benefit. Your personality and approach gives great confidence to participants. Wishing you every success in the future.

Thanks so much for all your great work on this study. I have found so much benefit from Tai Chi and Poi and intend to continue for the rest of my life. I hope my vote has counted and wish you all the best with your continued research.

Absolutely honoured to have won the Future Leader Award! Even though it overrides the people's choice, thank you all SO MUCH for voting. The support and positive comments were overwhelming! If anyone wants to find out more about my research, feel free to visit www.spinpoi.com, or follow me on social media (facebook, instagram, twitter: @spinpoi).

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